Mario Poceski is Assistant Professor of Buddhist Studies and Chinese Religions at the University of Florida

highly recommended for anyone who wishes gain a better understanding of a critical formative period in the history of Chan.

• Abbreviations and Conventions Introduction Part I: History 1: The Life and Times of Mazu Daoyi 2: Regional Spread of the Hongzhou School 3: The Hongzhou School and Mid-Tang Chan Part II: Doctrine and Practice 4: Doctrinal Contexts and Religious Attitudes 5: Mind, Buddha, and the Way 6: Path of Practice and Realizations Conclusion Appendix Glossary Bibliography Index

Mario Poceski is Assistant Professor of Buddhist Studies and Chinese Religions at the University of Florida

highly recommended for anyone who wishes gain a better understanding of a critical formative period in the history of Chan.

• Abbreviations and Conventions Introduction Part I: History 1: The Life and Times of Mazu Daoyi 2: Regional Spread of the Hongzhou School 3: The Hongzhou School and Mid-Tang Chan Part II: Doctrine and Practice 4: Doctrinal Contexts and Religious Attitudes 5: Mind, Buddha, and the Way 6: Path of Practice and Realizations Conclusion Appendix Glossary Bibliography Index

Mario Poceski is Assistant Professor of Buddhist Studies and Chinese Religions at the University of Florida

highly recommended for anyone who wishes gain a better understanding of a critical formative period in the history of Chan.

• Abbreviations and Conventions Introduction Part I: History 1: The Life and Times of Mazu Daoyi 2: Regional Spread of the Hongzhou School 3: The Hongzhou School and Mid-Tang Chan Part II: Doctrine and Practice 4: Doctrinal Contexts and Religious Attitudes 5: Mind, Buddha, and the Way 6: Path of Practice and Realizations Conclusion Appendix Glossary Bibliography Index